Logistics Manager

Our client are a leading manufacturer providing specialist solutions to a variety of industries such as aerospace, power generation, rail and oil and gas industries. They are looking for a Logistics Manager with experience within highly regulated industries, such as aerospace or defence manufacturing.
 
Logistics Manager
Sunbury on Thames
Manufacturing Company
Permanent
 
Job Description: 
Role Overview:
The Logistics Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and compliant flow of materials and goods across the business. Operating within the aerospace and defence sector, the role demands a strong understanding of industry standards, particularly around traceability, export control, and materials handling. The successful candidate will lead a team of 9 Material Controllers and work closely with third-party shipping agents and courier services to manage inbound and outbound logistics.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and manage the Logistics team, ensuring effective task allocation and workload balance.
• Oversee Goods In, Stores, and Dispatch operations, ensuring timely and accurate processing of materials.
• Liaise with couriers and third-party shipping agents to coordinate domestic and international shipments, ensuring compliance with aerospace and defence regulations.
• Ensure efficient material flow throughout the business to meet production and customer delivery schedules.
• Maintain full traceability of materials in line with aerospace standards and internal quality procedures.
• Ensure quality processes are adhered too for all goods arriving and NCR procedure is followed.
• Monitor and report on logistics KPIs, including material receipts, dispatch transactions, kit shortages, and cycle counting.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across logistics operations, identifying bottlenecks and implementing solutions.
• Ensure all documentation and processes comply with the Business Management System (BMS) and relevant export/import regulations.
• Support inventory reduction and excess & obsolete (E&O) management strategies.
• Collaborate with internal departments including Purchasing, Customer Services, and Production to resolve material issues and improve service levels.

 
Measured Business Drivers:

• Material Receipts & Dispatch Transactions
• Kit Shortage Reduction
• Daily Picks & Production Order Receipts
• Time-Critical Dispatching & Subcontract Processing
• Shelf-Life Monitoring & MRB Transactions
• Inventory Accuracy & Cycle Counting
• Yearly stock check control
• E&O and Inventory Reduction Initiatives
• Additional Responsibilities:
• Provide cross-functional support during staff shortages or peak periods.
• Undertake training and development as required.
• Support ad hoc tasks and short-term secondments to other departments when needed.
• Make recommendations for process improvements within the BMS framework.

 
Authority & Compliance:

• Authorised to sign off purchase orders within financial guidelines.
• Not permitted to change BMS processes without formal approval but expected to contribute improvement suggestions.
• Responsible for adhering to Health & Safety and company policies at all times.

 
Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven experience in logistics management within aerospace, defence, or a similarly regulated industry.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Experience working with MRP/ERP systems.
• Knowledge of export control, customs procedures, and courier/freight operations.
• Hands-on approach with a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement

 
Due to security clearances, candidates must hold a British passport and have the right to work in the UK.